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Mean Well PWM-60-12KN AC-DC Single output LED driver Constant Voltage (CV) 2.5A

constant voltage PWM style outputbuilt-in active PFC functionstandby power consuption<0.5Wno need KNX-DALI gateway

SKU PWM-60-12KN

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Overview

PWM-60-12KN is the 12V output model of this series: rated current 5A, rated power 60W, typical efficiency 86%.

PWM KN series is a 60W AC/DC LED driver featuring the constant voltage mode with PWM style output, which is able to maintain the colour temperature and the brightness homogeneity when driving all kinds of LED strips and constant voltage LED bulbs.The built-in KNX interface is to avoid using the complicated KNX-DALI gateway. PWM KN operates from 90~305VAC and offers two models with output voltage 12V and 24V.Thanks to the high efficiency up to 89%, with the fanless design, the entire series is able to operate for -35℃ ~ +90℃ case temperature under free air convection. The minimal dimming level low to 0.01% is suitable for low light level applications e.g. cinema. The output frequency is changeable up to 4KHz compliant IEEE1789-2015 no risk requirement and EU Ecodesign stroboscopic visibility measure (SVM) requirement providing a great solution for health concern due to light flickering.

Features

Constant Voltage PWM style output with user changeable frequency up to 4KHz design compliant IEEE1789-2015 and EU Ecodesign SVM requirement
Min. dimming level 0.01%
Plastic housing with class II design
Standby power consumption<0.5W
Integrated KNX control protocol
No need KNX-DALI gateway
Typical lifetime>50000 hours
5 years warranty

Specifications

PWM-60-12KNSpecifications from the official datasheet (2026-02-04 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE: 12V
RATED CURRENT: 5A
RATED POWER: 60W
DIMMING RANGE: 0 ~ 100%
PWM FREQUENCY (Typ.): 200~4000Hz user changable via ETS
SETUP, RISE TIME^Note.2: 500ms, 80ms/ 115AC or 230VAC
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.): 16ms/115VAC or 230VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.3: 90 ~ 305VAC 127 ~ 431VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
FREQUENCY RANGE: 47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.): PF>0.97/115VAC, PF>0.95/230VAC, PF>0.92/277VAC @ full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: THD< 20%(@load≧60%/115VAC, 230VAC; @load≧75%/277VAC) (Please refer to “TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION” section)
EFFICIENCY (Typ.): 86%
AC CURRENT (Typ.): 0.8A / 115VAC 0.4A / 230VAC 0.32A / 277VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 50A(twidth=350μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
MAX. NO. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER: 9 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 16 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <0.25mA / 277VAC
STANDY POWER CONSUMPTION: <0.5W

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD: 108 ~ 130% rated output power Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT: Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER VOLTAGE: 15 ~ 17V Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE: Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.: Tcase=-35 ~ +85℃ (Please refer to “ OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE” section)
MAX. CASE TEMP.: Tcase=+85℃
WORKING HUMIDITY: 20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY: -35 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT: ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDS^Note.5: ENEC BS EN/EN61347-1, BS EN/EN61347-2-13, BS EN/EN62384 independent, GB/T19510.1,GB/T19510.213, BIS IS 15885(Part2/Sec13)(for 12/24 KN), EAC TP TC 004 approved
KNX STANDARDS: Certified protocol
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE: I/P-O/P:3.75KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE: I/P-O/P:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION^Note.6: Compliance to BS EN/EN55015, BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class C (@load≧60%) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3,GB/T 17743, GB17625.1;EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11; BS EN/EN61547, light industry level (surge immunity Line-Line 2KV),EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF: 2135.2K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 247.7K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 150*53*35mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: 0.45Kg;30pcs/16.0Kg/1.0CUFT

Test conditions and notes8

1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
2. De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to “STATIC CHARACTERISTIC” sections for details.
3. Length of set up time is measured at first cold start. Turning ON/OFF the driver may lead to increase of the set up time.
4. The driver is considered as a component that will be operated in combination with final equipment. Since EMC performance will be affected by the complete installation, the final equipment manufacturers must re-qualify EMC Directive on the complete installation again. (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf)
5. This series meets the typical life expectancy of >50,000 hours of operation when Tcase, particularly tc point (or TMP, per DLC), is about 75℃ or less.
6. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com
7. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
8. For any application note and IP water proof function installation caution, please refer our user manual before using. https://www.meanwell.com/Upload/PDF/LED_EN.pdf

Technical drawings

PWM-60-12KN Illustration (page 3) — Illustration (page 3)

PWM-60-12KN OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE — OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE

PWM-60-12KN STATIC CHARACTERISTIC — STATIC CHARACTERISTIC

PWM-60-12KN TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION — TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

PWM-60-12KN Block Diagram — Block Diagram

PWM-60-12KN Mechanical Specification — Mechanical Specification

PWM-60-12KN Mechanical view of by request — Mechanical view of by request

PWM-60-12KN Recommend Mounting Direction — Recommend Mounting Direction

Typical applications

LED strip lighting
Indoor LED lighting
LED decorative lighting
LED architecture lighting

Downloads

Certificates5

UL Certificate (PWM-60)(EN) PDF Download

CB Certificate (PWM-60)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate (PWM-60)(EN) PDF Download

ENEC Certificate (PWM-60)(EN) PDF Download

ErP Certificate (PWM-60)(EN) PDF Download

Test reports1

Test Report(PWM-60-12)(EN) PDF Download

FAQ

Can the PWM-60-12KN be mounted outdoors or in wet locations?

Yes. The PWM-60-12KN carries an IP67 rating, providing complete protection against dust and resistance to temporary water immersion. Its operating temperature range of -40°C to +90°C is among the widest in the series, supporting installation in both hot and cold outdoor environments.

How much 12V LED strip can the PWM-60-12KN power?

The PWM-60-12KN provides 60W at 12V and 2.5A. Divide 60W by your strip's rated watts per meter to find the maximum run — for example, a 10W/m strip supports up to 6 meters. Verify your strip's actual rated power per meter before planning the installation.

Is the PWM-60-12KN suitable for integration into a KNX smart building system controlling 12V LED strip?

Yes. The PWM-60-12KN has built-in KNX protocol support and does not require a separate KNX-DALI gateway, simplifying installation in KNX-based building automation systems. It allows 12V LED strip circuits to be dimmed and switched directly from a KNX controller.

Can the PWM-60-12KN be used for 12V LED strip in a hotel or hospitality environment with KNX room control?

Yes. Its native KNX interface enables direct integration with KNX room management systems used in hotels, allowing guest room 12V LED accent or task lighting to be controlled from KNX keypads, sensors, or a central management system without additional gateway hardware.

Does the PWM-60-12KN's active PFC function benefit the overall electrical installation?

Yes. The built-in active power factor correction (PFC) reduces reactive current draw on the supply circuit, which is beneficial in commercial installations where multiple drivers share a distribution panel. It also helps comply with building electrical standards that specify high power factor for lighting loads.

How does the PWM-60-12KN compare to the PWM-60-12, PWM-60-12DA, and PWM-60-12DA2 in terms of control protocol?

All four units output 60W at 12V. The PWM-60-12 uses 3-in-1 dimming (0–10V, PWM, resistance) at 5A. The PWM-60-12DA supports DALI at 5A. The PWM-60-12DA2 supports DALI-2 at 5A with a 12VAC minimum input. The PWM-60-12KN supports KNX natively at 2.5A and includes active PFC, with an extended operating temperature ceiling of +90°C.

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